Dell 2007FP Sharpness Control

Question

In the Display settings menu on my new 2007FP I can't change the Sharpness of the monitor. The menu will not let me access the feature. It is set at 50%. I like my screen crisp as opposed to soft. What am I doing wrong? Thanks, Computerguy2

SR45 · Answer

Mine is grayed out as well using the DVI cable.  Might be able to use it with the analog cable only

computerguy2 · Answer

I just tried VGA mode and still greyed out.

SR45 · Answer

Interesting.  The Dell Moderator a week or so ago said she/he might look into this for us.  If both are grayed out, than some thing is not right.  Have to wait for Monday to post a question to the Moderator again to see what was found.  I'll try to keep you posted....

computerguy2 · Answer

Thanks. I will check back.

SR45 · Answer

Left a post on the subject computerguy2, but the Moderator will not be back until some time Monday, and who knows when we will get word back.  If it does not work using either analog nor dvi than some thing is wrong and me thinks tech support should be given a call.  Don't know if some thing else can be done to correct this, we might be over looking some thing or its busted  :smileyvery-happy:

SR45 · Answer

Going to check this out now......

Edited : OK, the sharpness functions in 1280x1024 - 1600x1200, and 1680x1050 but still not native. So we got some head way, but not native for some reason...

Message Edited by SR45 on 03-03-2007 04:54 PM

prius04 · Answer

I was the OP about this issue on a 2407 in another thread. I discovered the following: "Certain settings (e.g., Wide Mode, Sharpness, Zoom) are grayed out when the display is running in its native resolution. After switching to 1280 x 1024, all of the settings that were grayed out in 1920 x 1200, including sharpness, were available." I'm just not sure why sharpness is not user-configurable when the display is running in its native resolution.

Message Edited by prius04 on 03-03-2007 03:09 PM

computerguy2 · Answer

I agree, what good is the sharpness control if you cant adjust it in native resolution. I was also wondering if anyone is having the problem of purple/blue bleed around text. Tried everything to get rid of it and can't. My 19 inch Samsung never had this problem, but now both Dell and Samsung are doing it when connected to my new Dell XPS 410. I know that the Samsung drivers are for XP (no Vista yet ) but the Dell has been upgraded to correct drivers. Could it be the Video card? nVidia 7300 LE.

prius04 · Answer

I don't know, computerguy2. Apparently, you, SR45, and I all have different video cards yet we're experiencing the same behavior (anomaly?). So I'd have to conclude that the video card is not the issue.

prius04 · Answer

NOTE: The foregoing applies to both the sharpness setting and the 'bleed' around text. I'm seeing the same purplish/red-type bleed, particularly around black text on a white background. I have been able to minimize it by using the ClearType Tuning tweak. However, I haven't been able to *eliminate it* entirely (i.e. I can still see it if I look close enough).

posguy99 · Answer

@computerguy2 wrote:
I agree, what good is the sharpness control if you cant adjust it in native resolution.

Exactly what aspect of "sharpness" do you think you're adjusting if the input signal is at the native resolution of the LCD? One-to-one pixel mapping... either the pixel is on, or it's off. Digital device, not analog. Of course if the input signal is *other* than the native resolution of the LCD, then an adjustment certainly comes into play, as it's trying to map whatever you're feeding it *onto* its native resolution. LCD's *always* display at their native resolution... there isn't some magic process that moves display transistors around physically as you change the input signal. Think about it, poeple.

prius04 · Answer

I think you made your point (and made it quite well). Personally, although I've purchased LCDs for computers used by family members, the two 2407s that I purchased a few months ago both replaced 21' CRTs. Thus, I'm still getting used to some of the variances and peculiarities between the two display technologies. Anyway, thanks for the feedback. :) Now if we could figure out what's going on with the 'bleed' (or fringing, or whatever) around some of the text that is being displayed.....

SR45 · Answer

Point well taken... BUT.   Why do they have a sharpness setting in the first place.  I do understand this LCD is always on, and not like a CRT that needs to be refreshed or one gets headaches with flicker.  Sharpness control is for some thing, and it works in the other non native resolutions.  Some thing is still not right......

posguy99 · Answer

@SR45 wrote: Point well taken... BUT. Why do they have a sharpness setting... Translation: You didn't read any of my response at all.

SR45 · Answer

@posguy99 wrote: @SR45 wrote: Point well taken... BUT. Why do they have a sharpness setting... Translation: You didn't read any of my response at all. Yes, I did.... Same question, why do they have a sharpness setting that is suggested in the manual, and does not say its not for native.  Which you would think it would say  ?    Dim 4400 2.6 Ghz 400 FSB 1 Gb 2100 DDR memory Windows XP Home 120 Gb Seagate 7,200 drive 24 inch 2407 WFP XFX 7800 GS O/C AGP 16x DVD-R 410 watt ( PcPower&Cooling ) Message Edited by SR45 on 03-05-2007 05:41 AM

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